The Braver Angels Podcast What’s It Like To Be Gen Z in Today’s Climate? Two Zoomers Discuss | Isaac Humrich & Ope Tukuru with April Lawson Kornfield
May 23, 2022
Isaac Humrich, a rising sophomore at Arizona State University and incoming president of the College Republicans, shares insights on young conservatives. Ope Tukuru, a recent University at Albany graduate and former Braver Angels intern, offers a progressive viewpoint. Together, they discuss the challenges of navigating political identities amidst polarization. They tackle the impact of social media, the decline of friendships, and Generation Z's resilience despite societal pressures. The conversation illuminates the need for open dialogue and common ground in an increasingly divided world.
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Isaac's Political Journey
- Isaac Humrich has been involved in politics since age 14, becoming a token conservative amongst progressive friends.
- This experience fostered empathy and a drive for cross-ideological dialogue, leading him to Braver Angels.
Empathy Over Radicalization
- Being a token conservative has made Isaac Humrich more empathetic, not radicalized.
- He attributes this to his openness to being wrong and respecting differing viewpoints.
Avoiding Generalizations
- Opie Tukuru observes that assumptions based on political ideology can be inaccurate.
- He cites the vaccine debate, noting that refusal isn't solely a conservative stance.